Some of the values I maintain:
Cultivated Networks: I have worked hard to develop a network of informed, colorful & trustworthy sources I can call for facts, commentary and fresh story ideas. I have maintained & deepened that network with appropriate follow-up.
Engaged Diversity: I believe that diversity is the nature of our lives, not an abstract concept or recent phenomenon. Engaged diversity is my daily & all-purpose goal as I help tell the stories of people of varied backgrounds & voices.
Forward Thinking: I look around. I identify emerging personalities, developing stories, & their potential impacts upon readers. I capture information & respond quickly. I have contacted & written about many personalities before their presences enveloped prominent media outlets.
Regional Eye: No matter the story, my priority remains the local audience & rich culture of Central Virginia and Hampton Roads.
Social Media’s Power: I understand collaborative reporting & social media – its power today & its potential tomorrow.
Commitment to Growth: I strive to improve my craft and to raise the profiles of publications for whom I write. I attend conferences, & participate in workshops & classes to consistently develop my skills.